“It is, without a shadow of a doubt, the most dangerous plant in Britain.”

But even adults are at risk of being hurt by the plant which can grow up to 23ft high.

Horticulturist Dean Simmons was injured by the plant in 2015.

Giant Hogweed: Britain's most dangerous plant

Mon, September 18, 2017

A member of the carrot family, Giant Hogweed was introduced to the UK in the 19th century. In recent weeks, the toxic plant has been spreading across the country, leaving people with painful blisters, rashes and serious burns.